Prince William wants to serve in Afghanistan

Britain's Prince William has said he is determined to serve in Afghanistan in comments revealed Tuesday.

The 28-year-old prince, who is second in line to the throne, completed his first shift as an RAF search and rescue co-pilot a few weeks ago.

In a documentary about his visit to Botswana earlier this year, William said he wants to head to Afghanistan.

"It's just a pity I didn't get to Afghanistan, which, you know, many people say, 'Well that's very understandable,'" he said. "There are some slightly valid arguments as to why not, but many of them are hyped up as to why (I) couldn't go. … I still have hope and faith and a real determination to go out there."

Also Tuesday, British media said that William and his girlfriend Kate Middleton are to marry next year.

AFP